Updating a previous report, Len Pasquarelli, of ESPN.com, reports New Orleans Saints LB Anthony Simmons retired from the league due to family issues that required his attention and a wrist injury that flared up on him. The wrist was the same injury that kept him out of the entire 2005 season. A spokesman for Premier Sports, the agency that represents Simmons, claims Simmons informed Saints officials of his intention to retire and that he has filed the pertinent paperwork with the league office.

Brett Martel, of the Associated Press, reports the New Orleans Saints still have not heard from LB Anthony Simmons who never reported to camp and is not excused. General manager Mickey Loomis said Simmons had contacted linebacker's coach Joe Vitt to discuss his reasons for not showing up. However, the Saints declined to excuse him and place him on the reserve/did not report list, meaning the Saints would have to formally reactivate Simmons if he decided to report. Loomis said the team has not decided to implement a fine of $14,000 per day for every day Simmons misses.

Sheldon Mickles, of the Advocate, reports the New Orleans Saints have placed LB Anthony Simmons, who was expected to open camp as a starter, on the reserve-did not report list. Head coach Sean Payton said the team has been in contact with Simmons, who is dealing with a personal issue.

Jimmy Smith, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints LB Anthony Simmons was missing from training camp Friday, July 28. Head coach Sean Payton said, "Anthony was not here and not excused. I'll leave it at that. He's in a different category than Jamie. I've spoken to Jamie and excused him. Anthony, on the other hand, was not excused. We'll play it by ear on that one."

Chris Pika, of NewOrleansSaints.com, reports New Orleans Saints LB Anthony Simmons, who hasn't played football since his crippling wrist injury in 2004, used kickboxing to help him recover. The kickboxing helped him maintain the flexibility and physical fitness he would need to return to the football field once the wrist was healed.

NewOrleansSaints.com reports New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton said LB Anthony Simmons has been a positive addition. "He's done well. We're giving him a lot. He's a year out from playing. He's in good shape. He's a good athlete and so, especially at that linebacker position, where we're a little thin, that's been good. It's been positive." Payton also said he is counting on Simmons, in terms of learning the defensive playbook to "get it and get it quick."

ESPN.com's John Clayton reports free agent LB Anthony Simmons (wrist) is now expected to miss most of the 2005 season because of his lingering wrist problems. Last week, Simmons underwent a second operation to repair problems with his left wrist. The surgery has a long recovery period and he might not be available until late in the season at best.

Terry Bannon, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago Bears have decided not to sign free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks), who has suffered from an assortment of injuries over the last three seasons.

Terry Bannon, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago Bears met with free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks) Wednesday, May 11, and he had a good workout for the team and could be signed. However, the Bears are still concerned about the broken wrist that ended his 2004 season.

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks) visited with the Chicago Bears Wednesday, May 11. He underwent a physical and had a get-acquainted session with coaches and management. The Bears are looking for a two-down linebacker, someone who can play about 40 snaps a game with the base defense and will come out in nickel situations.

Updating a previous report, Nick Cafardo, of the Boston Globe, reports the New England Patriots have recently conducted contract negotiations with free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks). With the club recently signing LB Chad Brown to a contract, it is unknown whether they will continue to pursue Simmons.

Terry Bannon, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago Bears remain in the market for a veteran linebacker after deciding not invest a draft choice on the position this year. Potential free agents include LBs Anthony Simmons (Seahawks), Warrick Holdman (Browns) and Nate Wayne (Eagles).

Clare Farnsworth, of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, reports the Seattle Seahawks are expected to release LB Anthony Simmons before he is due a $500,000 roster bonus next week. The oft-injured linebacker is scheduled to count $5.25 million against the salary cap this season, including a base salary of $3.25 million. The Seahawks will save just $750,000 with the move, as Simmons will still count $4.5 million against the cap due to the remaining proration of his signing bonus.

Seattle Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons (shoulder), despite having surgery just two weeks ago, is not on the team's injury report for Week 9 and practiced with the starting unit Wednesday, Nov. 3. He is expected to start.

Seattle Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday, Oct. 20, and is listed as questionable for Week 7. Simmons is probable closer to probable then doubtful based on ability to play in Week 6.